Join Us for NAPCP Socials: The Learning Hour

Connect. Learn. Grow — Together.

Join us for The Learning Hour, NAPCP’s casual, content-rich Zoom series created to help you grow in both artistry and business — all while connecting with fellow creatives in our community. Each session is designed to deliver practical tools, inspiring insights, and actionable takeaways — all in under 60 minutes. Whether you’re tuning in during editing, sipping your coffee, or wrapping up your workday, you’ll leave with fresh ideas and real value.

Each session is free for NAPCP members — but RSVP is required to receive the Zoom link. Pick the sessions you’d like to attend and click “RSVP” to save your spot. We’ll send you the link + a reminder before we go live! We can’t wait to see you there!

PLEASE NOTE: NAPCP Socials are for NAPCP Members only. If you would like to attend and you are not yet a member, click here to apply!

WHY ATTEND A NAPCP SOCIAL?

No pressure, just connection

Fresh inspiration and actionable takeaways

Real-time insights from industry pros and peers

Open Q&A to ask your burning questions

Replays available for registered attendees

Quick sessions designed to fit your busy schedule

Upcoming Learning Hour Events

WEBSITES & WORKFLOW

DATE: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

TIME: 1:00PM EST

HOST: Octavia Elease of Octavia Elease Designs

Join us for a NAPCP Social event designed to inspire and simplify—Websites and Workflows with NAPCP Mentor Octavia Elease! As a client experience strategist, Octavia knows how to turn digital chaos into clean, cohesive systems, and during this casual, connection-focused event, she’ll be sharing practical tips and helpful tricks to help you think differently about your website and workflow. Whether you’re looking to improve your client experience or just want to make things run a little smoother, this is the perfect chance to learn from someone who truly gets it—all in a relaxed, supportive setting. Come connect, share, and leave with ideas you can actually use!

NEW EDITING TECHNIQUES

DATE: Wednesday, November 5, 2025

TIME: 1:00PM EST

HOST: Valerie Eidson of Valerie Eidson Photography

Don’t miss this inspiring NAPCP Social—Creative Editing Techniques with NAPCP Mentor and 2024 Photographer of the Year, Valerie Eidson of Valerie Eidson Photography! Known for her dreamy, imaginative portraits and expert-level Photoshop skills, Valerie will be sharing some of her favorite new editing tips to help spark your creativity and elevate your post-processing. This casual, community-centered event is the perfect chance to connect with fellow photographers, pick up a few fresh techniques, and see how small changes in your editing can make a big impact. Come ready to learn, be inspired, and have fun—no pressure, just creativity and connection!

FINANCES FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

DATE: Wednesday, December 10, 2025

TIME: 1:00PM EST

HOST: Kristen Montgomery of Kristen Montgomery Photography

Join us for a practical and empowering NAPCP Social—Finances for Photographers with longtime NAPCP member Kristen Montgomery of Kristen Montgomery Photography! As an international award-winning newborn photographer with a successful background in finance, Kristen brings a unique blend of creative talent and financial savvy to the table. During this relaxed, information-packed session, she’ll be sharing approachable tips to help you feel more confident and in control of your business finances. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to tighten up your money management, this is your chance to connect, learn, and take steps toward a more financially secure photography business.

Interested in Hosting a NAPCP Social?

We’re always looking for passionate community members to lead inspiring and educational NAPCP Socials! If you have valuable knowledge to share and want to connect with fellow creatives through a virtual Zoom event, we’d love to hear from you.

Just fill out the form below, and our team will be in touch with next steps. Let’s educate, inspire, and grow—together, online!

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